School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment

ENGR1018 Fundamentals of Mechanics

Spring 2023
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and learning that has occurred on these lands for tens of thousands of years.

Subject Details

Subject Code: ENGR1018

Subject Name: Fundamentals of Mechanics
Credit Points: 10
Subject Level: 1
Assumed Knowledge: Not Applicable

Note: Students with any problems, concerns or doubts should discuss those with the Subject Coordinator as early as they can.

Subject Coordinator
Name: Dr Md Abdul Alim
Phone: 4736 2763
Location: Kingswood Campus, Building XB.2.42
Email: M.Alim@westernsydney.edu.au
Consultation Arrangement:
Wednesday 3pm to 4pm

Deputy Subject Coordinator

Name: Dr Leigh Sheppard
Phone: N/A
Location: Parramatta Engineering Innovation Hub, PC-2.4.10
Email: L.Sheppard@westernsydney.edu.au
Consultation Arrangement:
Email for appointment

Edition: Spring 2023

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Teaching Team
Name: Dr Kalyani Kaja
Email: K.Kaja@westernsydney.edu.au
Consultation Arrangement:
By appointment only

Name: Mr Heath Palmer

Email: h.palmer@westernsydney.edu.au
Consultation Arrangement:
By appointment only

Name: Miss Toni Pearcey

Email: t.pearcey@westernsydney.edu.au
Consultation Arrangement:
By appointment only

Name: Dr Jason Jiang

Email: cheng.jiang@westernsydney.edu.au
Consultation Arrangement:
By appointment only
Contents
1 About Fundamentals of Mechanics 2
1.1 An Introduction to this Subject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 What is Expected of You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Changes to Subject as a Result of Past Student Feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2 Assessment Information 5
2.1 Subject Learning Outcomes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Approach to Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Contribution to Program Learning Outcomes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Assessment Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.5 Assessment Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.1 Mandatory laboratory activities and lab report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.2 Attend Tutorial class and submit tutorial questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.5.3 Class Test - 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.5.4 Class Test - 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.6 General Submission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

3 Teaching and Learning Activities 23

4 Learning Resources 26
4.1 Recommended Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Note: The relevant Learning Guide Companion supplements this document

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1 About Fundamentals of Mechanics

1.1 An Introduction to this Subject

In this subject students acquire knowledge about the action and interaction of forces, moments and couples in two
and three dimensions. Students then apply this to the analysis of the equilibrium of single bodies, and of trusses,
mechanisms, and transversely loaded beams. In addition, students study the dynamics of a non-rotating body, and
a body rotating about a fixed axis. Further, they study the friction between bodies. Students conduct experiments
to see how the lecture content applies to the real world, and make extensive use of vector algebra.

1.2 What is Expected of You

Study Load

A student is expected to study an hour per credit point a week. For example a 10 credit point Subject would require
10 hours of study per week. This time includes the time spent within classes during lectures, tutorials or practicals.

Note for Summer Terms: As Summer subjects deliver the same content and classes over a shorter period of time,
the subjects are run in a more intensive mode. Regardless of the delivery mode, the study hours for each subject in
Summer will be around 30 hours.

Attendance

Students should attend at least 80% of practicals

Online Learning Requirements

Subject materials will be made available on the Subject’s vUWS (E-Learning) site (https://vuws.westernsydney.
edu.au/). You are expected to consult vUWS at least twice a week, as all Subject announcements will be made via
vUWS. Teaching and learning materials will be regularly updated and posted online by the teaching team.

Special Requirements

Essential Equipment:
Not Applicable
Legislative Pre-Requisites:
Not Applicable

Policies Related to Teaching and Learning

The University has a number of policies that relate to teaching and learning. Important policies affecting students
include:

– Assessment Policy
– Bullying Prevention Policy and
– Guidelines
– Enrolment Policy
– Examinations Policy
– Review of Grade Policy
– Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy
– Disruption to Studies Policy

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 – Student Misconduct Rule
– Teaching and Learning - Fundamental Code
– Student Code of Conduct

Academic Integrity and Student Misconduct Rule

Western cares about your success as a student and in your future career. Studying with academic integrity safeguards
your professional reputation and your degree. All Western students must:

– be familiar with the policies listed above;

– apply principles of academic integrity;
– act honestly and ethically in producing all academic work and assessment tasks; and
– submit work that is their own and acknowledge any sources used in their work.

Each time you submit an assessment, you will declare that you have completed it individually, unless it is a group
assignment. In the case of a group assignment, each group member should be ready to document their individual
contribution if needed. You will also declare that no part of your submission has been:

– copied from any other student’s work or from any other source except where appropriate acknowledgement is
made in the assignment;
– submitted by you in another (previous or current) assessment, except where appropriately acknowledged, and
with prior permission from the Subject Coordinator;
– made available to others in any form, where individual work is required;
– written/produced for you by any other person.

The Student Misconduct Rule applies to all students of Western Sydney University including Western Sydney Univer-
sity programs taught by other education providers. You must not engage in academic, research or general misconduct
as defined in the Rule or you may be subject to sanctions. The University considers submitting falsified documentation
in support of requests to redo, resit or extend submissions, including sitting of deferred examinations, as instances of
general misconduct.

More information on studying with integrity is available on the Study with Integrity webpage. It is your responsibility
to apply these principles to all work you submit to the University.

Avoid using external ’support’ sites or other external help

To avoid the risk of your assignment being shared without your knowledge, do not upload your assignment to any
external sites for spelling, grammar or plagiarism checks. Your safest option is to use the free services provided by
Library Study Smart or Studiosity.

Avoid using any websites that:

– allow sharing of assignments or other material

– reward sharing of material with credits, tokens; or access to additional materials/features/services;
– provide answers to textbook or assignment/exam questions;
– provide free sample assignments; and/or include order buttons and prices; and/or
– invite you to submit your assignment for plagiarism or grammar or other checks.

Engagement with academic cheating sites will be regarded as misconduct. Academic cheating services often market
themselves as ’support’. Engagement with these sites includes:

– Sharing assignments or course material;

– Using online tools provided by these sites to check for plagiarism, grammar or spelling; and/or
– Purchasing writing services, or obtaining a copy of an assignment.

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Uploading your work to these sites may lead to your work being shared with others with or without your knowledge
and consent.

The Australian Government monitors current and past students’ use of academic cheating services, and may report
student material found on these sites or other forms of engagement to universities.

Current students with items found on academic cheating sites face sanctions under the Student Misconduct Rule.
Outcomes for graduates may include revocation of award. For more information see https://www.westernsydney.
edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/student_misconduct_rule.

More advice can be found on the Study with Integrity webpage.

Need help?

If you are having difficulties with understanding or completing an assessment task, contact your Subject Coordinator
as soon as possible. Western also has a range of academic support services, including:

– Library Study Smart: book a one-to-one Zoom consultation with a literacy expert. You can discuss how
to develop your assignment writing and study skills or seek assistance to understand referencing and citation
requirements. Check the Library Study Smart website for how-to study guides and tools.
– Studiosity: Upload your assignment draft to Studiosity within vUWS to receive writing feedback within 24
hours.
– Online workshops, programs and resources: From maths and stats help to academic literacy and peer support
programs, the University has a range of resources to assist.

Please also remember that there is a range of wellbeing support available - from counselling and disability services to
welfare.

1.3 Changes to Subject as a Result of Past Student Feedback

The University values student feedback in order to improve the quality of its educational programs. The feedback
provided helps us improve teaching methods and Subjects of study. The survey results inform Subject content and
design, learning guides, teaching methods, assessment processes and teaching materials.

You are welcome to provide feedback that is related to the teaching of this Subject. At the end of the semester you
will be given the opportunity to complete a Student Feedback on Subject (SFU) questionnaire to assess the Subject.
You may also have the opportunity to complete a Student Feedback on Teaching (SFT) questionnaire to provide
feedback for individual teaching staff.

As a result of student feedback, the following changes and improvements to this subject have recently been made:

– Tutorial and Practical classes are provided on-campus

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2 Assessment Information

2.1 Subject Learning Outcomes

Outcome
1 Use equilibrium to evaluate unknown reactions, internal loads and represent distributed forces.
2 Evaluate the internal forces in planar trusses, and mechanisms.
3 Calculate the acceleration of a body under the action of an unbalanced force or couple.
4 Analyse static and kinetic friction.
5 Construct bending moment and shear force diagrams.
6 Take measurements in the real world, and use them to verify the theory presented in the lectures.

2.2 Approach to Learning

This subject will be delivered in on-campus mode this coming session. The exception is the Workshop session that
takes place in Week 1 only. Online activities will be facilitated via Zoom teleconferencing with details posted in vUWS.
Learning materials is distributed via vUWS in the form of modules and pods. Students are expected to access and
review this content on a frequent basis (at least weekly) in combination with the textbook.

Workshop (online)
There will be a one-hour online workshop in Week 1 to orient students to this subject. It will be delivered via Zoom
with the necessary Zoom link posted in vUWS beforehand. All students should attend this class to understand what
is expected from them to successfully complete this subject.

Tutorials
Tutorials are tutor-facilitated activities where students learn to apply subject content to the process of solving
engineering problems. Each week, a specific set of tutorial problems ”Tute Sets” will be focused upon during
these classes. Students are expected to have accessed these Tute Sets prior to the class and be prepared to actively
participate in these sessions. Students are also expected to submit their Tute Set solutions at the end of the Tutorial
class to satisfy participation requirements (Assessment 2). Please be advised that these classes are delivered in on-
campus mode only (ie face-to-face). There is no specific intention to record these sessions so students are strongly
encouraged to attend.

Tutorial A (Optional - limited to 25 seats)

Tutorial A are tutor facilitated activities where students are introduced to solid modelling using Matlab Simulink.
Specifically, students will undertake exercises based on learning content during the session. Tutorial A runs during
weeks 3, 7 and 13. This activity is optional and only provided for students who are interested in extending their
skills. The class is also limited to 25 seats. Students will be invited to submit an expression of interest to
participate during weeks 1 and 2 of session. Participating students are expected to bring a laptop or tablet to class
in order to run the Matlab Simulink software and perform basic simulations. Details for downloading Matlab will be
provided in vUWS. Please be advised that these classes are delivered in on-campus mode only (ie face-to-face).

Practicals
Practical classes are experimental demonstrations and discussions of selected key concepts. They will be delivered
in on-campus mode only (ie Face to face). The Practical classes will run for 3 hours each and cover 5x different
experiments in total. They will be delivered in a two-week cycle commencing in Weeks 3 and 4, and again in Weeks
9 and 10. Students will complete two 3-hour practical sessions only. For example, students in practical classes during
Week 3 will skip the classes in week 4, and return in Week 9 to complete their second Practical session. Students
will be given a Practical report template which they must complete during the class and submit as their Practical
Reports in vUWS. This will be assessed (Assessment 1). Attendance of Practical Classes is mandatory.

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Assessments
Some assessments in this subject are mandatory assessments. This means that students are required to make a
satisfactory attempt at these assessments, even if late penalties or other circumstances have reduced the potential
value of an assessment to zero marks. Failing to satisfactorily attempt an assessment item will result in the automatic
failure of this subject. Please see section ”Assessment Summary” for details.

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 2.3 Contribution to Program Learning Outcomes

Western Sydney University Graduate Attributes

Graduate Attributes SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4 SLO 5 SLO 6

1. Enacts the principles of intellectual enquiry. Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
2. Applies knowledge and skills to curate and communicate ideas truthfully, with Introduced
purpose and impact.
3. Demonstrates a commitment to life-long learning.
4. Actively collaborates in partnership, with respect and reciprocity.
5. Acts ethically and responsibly with and for Indigenous Australian peoples and
communities.
6. Contributes to a sustainable, diverse, and socially-just world.
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3691: Bachelor of Engineering Science

Program Learning Outcomes SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4 SLO 5 SLO 6

1. a comprehensive knowledge of scientific principles applicable to solve engineering Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
problems (EA Stage 1 Competency PE1)
2. an ability to use systems approach to solve engineering problems in specialised
domains (PE1 & PE2)
3. the expertise to employ research skills to find viable engineering solutions (PE1 Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
& PE2)
4. an enthusiasm to adopt sustainable solutions to local and global problems (PE1
& PE3)
5. an ability to engage in multi-disciplinary teams in a professional and ethical
manner (PE3)
6. effective oral and written communication skills (PE3)
 7. essential leadership and project management skills (PE 3)
8. the skills to recognize progress in their field and to participate in continuous
professional development (PE1 & PE3)

3728: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Business

Program Learning Outcomes SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4 SLO 5 SLO 6

1. Possession of a comprehensive body of knowledge of scientific principles, Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
including knowledge of research principles and methods, necessary to solve complex
engineering problems
2. An ability to independently use a systems approach to identify and solve
engineering problems in diverse contexts of specialised domains
3. The expertise to employ research skills to propose innovative solutions with some Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
independence
4. An ability to propose sustainable solutions to local and global problems
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5. An ability to effectively collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams in an ethical

manner with professional accountability
6. Effective oral and written communication skills to present a clear and coherent
exposition of ideas to a variety of audiences
7. Cognitive and technical skills with an ability to plan, execute and manage
project/research work independently
8. The skills to recognise progress in professional practice and/or scholarship in
their field and the commitment to pursue continuous professional development
9. Produce an authentic resource or artefact using discipline-appropriate written
and verbal skills suited to audience and context.
10. Work together using teamwork skills to achieve team goals and coproduce
outcomes in a professional or enterprise context
11. Produce and justify an argument in a professional or enterprise context using
relevant, discipline-appropriate information (textual or numerical).
 12. Propose a well-formulated solution to a professional or enterprise problem that
considers wider professional or enterprise contexts (including global).
13. Evaluate professional or enterprise practice in relation to culture and diversity in
discipline-appropriate contexts (including first peoples/global) and make
recommendations
14. Evaluate economic, social, and environmental enterprise and professional
behaviour, and make recommendations for responsible practice

3740: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Program Learning Outcomes SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4 SLO 5 SLO 6

1. Possession of a comprehensive body of knowledge of scientific principles, Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
including knowledge of research principles and methods, necessary to solve complex
engineering problems
2. An ability to independently use a systems approach to identify and solve
engineering problems in diverse contexts of specialised domains
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3. The expertise to employ research skills to propose innovative solutions with some Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
independence
4. An ability to propose sustainable solutions to local and global problems
5. An ability to effectively collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams in an ethical
manner with professional accountability
6. Effective oral and written communication skills to present a clear and coherent
exposition of ideas to a variety of audiences
7. Cognitive and technical skills with an ability to plan, execute and manage
project/research work independently
8. The skills to recognise progress in professional practice and/or scholarship in
their field and the commitment to pursue continuous professional development

3771: Bachelor of Engineering Advanced (Honours)

 Program Learning Outcomes SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4 SLO 5 SLO 6
1. Apply advanced knowledge underpinning engineering including mathematics, Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
sciences, computing and engineering fundamentals in designing solutions for
engineering systems, processes, and components.
2. Design and evaluate innovative and sustainable systems solutions to complex Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
problems using systematic engineering methods.
3. Foster an entrepreneurial mindset, including resourcefulness, resilience,
adaptability, within a sustainable framework to creatively address humanitarian
challenges.
4. Collaborate effectively and inclusively with others and in multidisciplinary
contexts.
5. Communicate clear, coherent and convincing content and ideas in different
formats for a variety of audiences and contexts demonstrating scholarship.
6. Synthesise engineering knowledge with at least one engineering specialisation in Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced Introduced
the application and analysis of current and emerging techniques, tools, resources,
systems and research.
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7. Employ accountable, effective and ethical professional practices to the

management of self, information, projects & research.
8. Reflect critically on professional development needs to meet continuous change
and developments in engineering, engineering design practice and related fields.
2.4 Assessment Summary

The assessment items in this Subject are designed to enable you to demonstrate that you have achieved the Subject
learning outcomes. Completion and submission of all assessment items which have been designated as mandatory or
compulsory is essential to receive a passing grade.

To pass this Subject you must:

1) Achieve an aggregate mark of 50% or greater

2) Make a satisfactory attempt at all mandatory assessment items. This means:
- Assessment 1: Attend all Practical sessions and submit an attempt of each practical template
- Assessment 2: Submit attempts for at least 6 of the 12 Tute Sets

Item Weight Due Date SLOs Assessed Manda- Threshold

tory
Mandatory laboratory 20% Within 1 hour of the end of the 6 Yes Yes
activities and lab report Practical class attended
Attend Tutorial class 12% Within 10 minutes of the end of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 No Yes
and submit tutorial Tutorial class
questions
Class Test - 1 34% During Tutorial activity in 1, 2, 3 No No
Week 7
Class Test - 2 34% During Tutorial activity in 1, 4, 5 No No
Week 14

Feedback on Assessment

Feedback is an important part of the learning process that can improve your progress towards achieving the learning
outcomes. Feedback is any written or spoken response made in relation to academic work such as an assessment
task, a performance or product. It can be given to you by a teacher, an external assessor or student peer, and may
be given individually or to a group of students. As a Western Sydney University student, it is your responsibility to
seek out and act on feedback that is provided to you as a resource to further your learning.

General and specific feedback will be provided on all assessment items during the session. This will take place typically
within 2 weeks. Regarding Practical assessments, this two week limit commences from the time the last Practical
assessment item falls due. This is due to the cyclical nature of the Practical class deliveries.

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2.5 Assessment Details

2.5.1 Mandatory laboratory activities and lab report

Weight: 20%
Type of Collabora- Individual
tion:
Due: Within 1 hour of the end of the Practical class attended
Submission: Submit scanned copy of your Practical Template via vUWS portal for Practicals
Format: Your Practical Report involves the analysis of variables determined from the experiments
that are demonstrated during the Practical class. Students are given template documents
to complete and are assessed as follows:
1) Attendance (10%)
2) Positive participation (30%)
3) Completing the lab templates with accuracy, ie accurately recording data, graphing
data, analysing data, interpreting data (60%)

Note:
Positive participation will be based upon the following at least:
1) Asking appropriate questions, and listening to the questions raised by fellow students
2) Answering questions when invited
3) Offering assistance to fellow students when prompted by the Practical Demonstrator
4) Promptly following all directions from the Practical Demonstrator
5) Providing relevant contributions to discussions/conversations led by the Practical
Demonstrator
6) Participation is judged solely by the Practical Demonstrator and not by students
Length: Two 3-hour practical labs for 5 different experiments
Curriculum Mode: Practical
Threshold Detail: Students are expected to attend all Practical activities. Attendance is measured via the
submission of a satisfactorily completed Practical Template.

Each student needs to complete 2x Practical classes. These will comprise 5x different experiments in total. These
classes will be completed over 2x fortnightly cycles running over Weeks 3, 4, 9 and 10 of the term. Practical classes
will run in on-campus mode only. Students will be provided with Practical templates which they will follow in or-
der to complete the class. Once completed, students will submit their templates via a submission link provided in
vUWS. This will be due within 1 hour of the close of the Practical class that the student has attended. Students
are required to complete the Practical template individually but they will be encouraged to work together with other
students during the process. Students are also strongly encouraged to participate actively in the Practical class. It is
expected that students will ask questions, answer questions from other students (as appropriate) and contribute to
class discussions.
Attending and satisfactorily completing Practical classes and reports is mandatory and failure to do so will result in
a failure of the subject.

In this assessment task, you will not be able to meet the learning outcomes related to the demonstration of fundamental
engineering analysis by using generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Working with another person or technology
in order to gain an unfair advantage in assessment or improperly obtaining answers from a third party including
generative AI to questions in an examination or other form of assessment may lead to sanctions under the Student
Misconduct Rule. Use of generative AI tools may be detected. More information is available on the Library web page.

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Resources:

vUWS site
Textbook
Lecture notes and recordings

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Marking Criteria:
Criteria High Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Unsatisfactory
Attendance (10%) Attended the Attended the Attended the Attended the Did not attended
Practical class Practical class Practical class Practical class the Practical class
Participation (30%) Student was highly Student was Student was Student was Student did not
engaged in the significantly moderately engaged minimally engaged engage in the
Practical Class engaged in the in the Practical in the Practical Practical Class, or
Practical Class Class Class did not engage
appropriately.
Practical report Correctly completes Correctly completes Correctly completes Correctly completes Correctly completes
(60%) more than 85% of between 75% and between 65% and between 50% and less than 50% of
the Practical 85% of the 75% of the 65% of the the Practical
reports Practical reports Practical templates Practical templates templates

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2.5.2 Attend Tutorial class and submit tutorial questions

Weight: 12%
Type of Collabora- Individual
tion:
Due: Within 10 minutes of the end of Tutorial class
Submission: Submit scanned PDF copy of working and solution(s) via vUWS portal
Format: Students are given a problem(s) and must solve and submit during Tutorial class. Each
submission is worth 1x mark, awarded for effort.
Length: 12 tutorial sets with
5 -10 questions
(each)
Curriculum Mode: Numerical Problem Solving
Threshold Detail: Students are expected to attend all Tutorial activities. Attendance is measured via the
submission of a satisfactorily attempted Tute Sets. It is expected that at least 6 of 12
Tute Sets are satisfactorily submitted.

Each Tutorial class will be focused on the topics covered by the online modules and pods of the previous week. These
topics will be primarily approached in the form of guided problem solving activities (Tute Sets). Tutors will provide
problems for students to solve and will guide students through the problem solving process. In this manner, students
can familiarise themselves with the skills and knowledge required to address different situations. Some problems in
each Tute Set will be left unguided for students to solve themselves. Students will submit their solutions to these
within 10 minutes of the end of the class as a scanned (PDF) image of their working, uploaded via a submission portal
provided in vUWS. Students will be marked on their effort rather than the correctness of their solution. Students
must submit individually but will be encouraged to work together on their problem solutions.

In this assessment task, you will not be able to meet the learning outcomes related to the demonstration of fundamental
engineering analysis by using generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Working with another person or technology
in order to gain an unfair advantage in assessment or improperly obtaining answers from a third party including
generative AI to questions in an examination or other form of assessment may lead to sanctions under the Student
Misconduct Rule. Use of generative AI tools may be detected. More information is available on the Library web page.

Resources:

Textbook
Lecture notes and recordings

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Marking Criteria:
Criteria High Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Unsatisfactory
Tutorial Problems Made a satisfactory Made a satisfactory Made a satisfactory Made a satisfactory Made a satisfactory
(100%) effort on more than effort on more than effort on more than effort on more than effort on less than
85% of problems 75% but less than 65% but less than 50% but less than 50% of problems
85% of problems 75% of problems 65% of problems

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2.5.3 Class Test - 1

Weight: 34%
Type of Collabora- Individual
tion:
Due: During Tutorial activity in Week 7
Submission: Submit solution and working as a scanned file (PDF) via submission portal in vUWS
Format: See instructions below
Length: I hour
Curriculum Mode: Intra-term Exam

Class Test 1 is a numerical problem solving exercise that is focused on the application of key skills and knowledge
within a range of associated topics. It will commence within 10 minutes of the start of the Tutorial classes undertaken
in Week 7. The tutor will make the test problems available to students in vUWS and students are to solve using
pens/pencils/erasers, blank paper, rulers,

scientific calculator, and any additional information or resources provided by the tutor at the time.
Students will be given 60 minutes to complete the quiz after which they will be given 10 minutes to submit it as a
scanned file (PDF) uploaded via a submission portal provided in vUWS.
The problems contained within Class Test 1 will reflect the content covered by Online Modules and Tutorials in the
preceding 6 weeks.
Class Test 1 is worth 34% of the overall subject grade. Marks are allocated according to:

1. Use of appropriate method (80%)

2. Providing a correct solution (20%)

In this assessment task, you will not be able to meet the learning outcomes related to the demonstration of fundamental
engineering analysis by using generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Working with another person or technology
in order to gain an unfair advantage in assessment or improperly obtaining answers from a third party including
generative AI to questions in an examination or other form of assessment may lead to sanctions under the Student
Misconduct Rule. Use of generative AI tools may be detected. More information is available on the Library web
page.

Resources:

Lecture notes and recordings

Textbook
Pens/pencils/calculators/erasers/paper etc

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Marking Criteria:
Criteria High Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Unsatisfactory
Correct method Completes more Completes between Completes between Completes between Completes less than
(80%) than 85% of the 75% and 85% of 65% and 75% of 50% and 65% of 50% of the correct
correct steps to the correct steps to the correct steps to the correct steps to steps to solve a
solve a problem solve a problem solve a problem solve a problem problem
Correct answer N/A N/A N/A Determines the Fails to determine
(20%) correct answer the correct answer

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2.5.4 Class Test - 2

Weight: 34%
Type of Collabora- Individual
tion:
Due: During Tutorial activity in Week 14
Submission: Submit solution and working as a scanned file (PDF) via submission portal in vUWS
Format: See instructions below
Length: 1 hour
Curriculum Mode: Intra-term Exam

Class Test 2 is a numerical problem solving exercise that is focused on the application of key skills and knowledge
within a range of associated topics. It will commence within 10 minutes of the start of the Tutorial classes undertaken
in Week 14. The tutor will make the test problems available to students in vUWS and students are to solve using
pens/pencils/erasers, blank paper, rulers,

scientific calculator, and any additional information or resources provided by the tutor at the time.
Students will be given 60 minutes to complete the quiz after which they will be given 10 minutes to submit it as a
scanned file (PDF) uploaded via a submission portal provided in vUWS.
The problems contained within Class Test 2 will reflect the content covered by Online Modules and Tutorials in the
preceding 6 weeks.
Class Test 1 is worth 34% of the overall subject grade. Marks are allocated according to:

1. Use of appropriate method (80%)

2. Providing a correct solution (20%)

In this assessment task, you will not be able to meet the learning outcomes related to the demonstration of fundamental
engineering analysis by using generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Working with another person or technology
in order to gain an unfair advantage in assessment or improperly obtaining answers from a third party including
generative AI to questions in an examination or other form of assessment may lead to sanctions under the Student
Misconduct Rule. Use of generative AI tools may be detected. More information is available on the Library web page.

Resources:

Lecture notes and recordings

Textbook
Pens/pencils/calculators/erasers/paper etc

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Marking Criteria:
Criteria High Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Unsatisfactory
Correct method Completes more Completes between Completes between Completes between Completes less than
(80%) than 85% of the 75% and 85% of 65% and 75% of 50% and 65% of 50% of the correct
correct steps to the correct steps to the correct steps to the correct steps to steps to solve a
solve a problem solve a problem solve a problem solve a problem problem
Correct answer N/A N/A N/A Determines the Fails to determine
(20%) correct answer the correct answer

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2.6 General Submission Requirements

Submission

– All assignments must be submitted by the specified due date and time.
– Complete your assignment and follow the individual assessment item instructions on how to submit. You must
keep a copy of all assignments submitted for marking.

Turnitin

– The Turnitin plagiarism prevention system may be used within this Subject. Turnitin is accessed via logging
into vUWS for the Subject. If Turnitin is being used with this Subject, this means that your assignments have
to be submitted through the Turnitin system. Turnitin is a web-based text-matching software that identifies
and reports on similarities between documents. It is also widely utilised as a tool to improve academic writing
skills. Turnitin compares electronically submitted papers against the following:
– Current and archived web: Turnitin currently contains over 24 billion web pages including archived pages
– Student papers: including Western Sydney University student submissions since 2007
– Scholarly literature: Turnitin has partnered with leading content publishers, including library databases,
text-book publishers, digital reference collections and subscription-based publications (e.g. Gale, Proquest,
Emerald and Sage)
– Turnitin is used by over 30 universities in Australia and is increasingly seen as an industry standard. It is
an important tool to assist students with their academic writing by promoting awareness of plagiarism. By
submitting your work using this link you are certifying that:
– You hold a copy of this submission if the original is lost or damaged.
– No part of this submission has been copied from any other student’s work or from any other source except
where due acknowledgement is made in the submission.
– No part of this submission has been submitted by you in another (previous or current) assessment, ex-
cept where appropriately referenced, and with prior permission from the teacher/tutor/supervisor/Subject
Coordinator for this subject.
– No part of this submission has been written/produced for you by any other person except where collabo-
ration has been authorised by the teacher/tutor/supervisor/Subject Coordinator concerned.
– You are aware that this submission will be reproduced and submitted to plagiarism detection software
programs for the purpose of detecting possible plagiarism (which may retain a copy on its database for
future plagiarism checking).
– You are aware that this submission may be de-identified and reproduced in part or in full as an example
for future students.
– You will not make this submission available to any other person unless required by the University.

Self-Plagiarising

– You are to ensure that no part of any submitted assignment for this Subject or product has been submitted by
yourself in another (previous or current) assessment from any Subject, except where appropriately referenced,
and with prior permission from the Lecturer/Tutor/Subject Coordinator of this Subject.

Late Submission

– If you submit a late assessment, without receiving approval for an extension of time, (see next item), you will
be penalised by 10% per day for up to 10 days. In other words, marks equal to 10% of the assignment’s weight
will be deducted from the mark awarded.
– For example, if the highest mark possible is 50, 5 marks will be deducted from your awarded mark for each late
day.
– Saturday and Sunday are counted as one calendar day each.
– Assessments will not be accepted after the marked assessment task has been returned to students.
– This is consistent with Western Sydney University’s Assessment Policy

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Extension of Due Date for Submission

A student may apply for an extension of the due date for an assessment task if extenuating circumstances outside their
control, and sufficiently grave in nature or duration, cause significant disruption to their capacity to study effectively.

To apply for an extension of assessment, please go to https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_

students/forms for guidance on how to lodge a request for consideration by the Subject Coordinator/Convenor.
Extension requests can be lodged before, on or no later than 5.00pm two working days after the due date of the
assessment task.

Application forms must be submitted to the Subject Coordinator/Convenor. Requests for extension should be made
as early as possible and submitted within policy deadlines. Appropriate, supporting documentation must be submitted
with the application. An application for an extension does not automatically mean that an extension will be granted.
Assessments will not be accepted after the marked assessment task has been returned to students.

Resubmission

Resubmission of assessment items will not normally be granted if requested.

Disruption to Studies

It is strongly recommended that you attend all scheduled learning activities to support your learning. The University
will provide students who have experienced a serious and unavoidable disruption to their studies a Disruption to
Studies provision, which is an opportunity to demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for the subject.
To be eligible for a Disruption to Studies Provision, the disruption must impact your studies for at least three
consecutive days. More information, including how to apply for a Disruption to Studies, can be found on the
University website https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/
special_consideration

Supplementary Assessments

A student may be eligible to apply for a supplementary assessment after the official notification of final Subject
results. Please see the Procedures Section of the WSU Assessment Policyfor details of eligibility and the application
process.

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 3 Teaching and Learning Activities

Weeks Topic Tutorial Prac/Lab Tutorial Workshop Assessments Due

Week 1 Module 1: Introduction to Nil Nil Nil Subject Orientation
24-07-2023 Fundamentals of
Mechanics

Module 2: Mechanics in
2D
(Pod 2.1)

Week 2 Module 2: Mechanics in 2D Vectors and Forces Nil Nil Nil - Attend Tutorial class and
31-07-2023 2D submit tutorial questions
(Pods 2.2-2.4)

Tute Set 1
Week 3 Module 2: Mechanics in 2D Moments and Couples Practical 1 MatLab Simulink tutorial Nil - Mandatory laboratory
07-08-2023 2D (OPTIONAL) activities and lab report
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(Pods 2.5-2.7) - Attend Tutorial class and

submit tutorial questions
Tute Set 2

Week 4 Module 2: Mechanics in 2D Equilibrium Practical 1 Nil Nil - Mandatory laboratory

14-08-2023 2D activities and lab report
(Pods 2.8-2.11) - Attend Tutorial class and
submit tutorial questions
Tute Set 3

Week 5 Module 2: Mechanics in Trusses Nil Nil Nil - Attend Tutorial class and
21-08-2023 2D submit tutorial questions
(Pods 2.12-2.13)

Tute Set 4
 Weeks Topic Tutorial Prac/Lab Tutorial Workshop Assessments Due
Week 6 Module 2: Mechanics in Machines, and Distributed Nil Nil Nil - Attend Tutorial class and
28-08-2023 2D Loads submit tutorial questions
(Pods 2.14-2.15)

Tute Set 5

Week 7 Module 3: Mechanics in Shear Force and Bending Nil MatLab Simulink tutorial Nil - Attend Tutorial class and
04-09-2023 3D Moment Diagrams (OPTIONAL) submit tutorial questions
(Pods 3.1-3.2) - Class Test - 1

Tute Set 6

Week 8 Session Break Session Break Session Break Session Break Session Break
11-09-2023
Week 9 Module 3: Mechanics in 3D Vectors and Forces Practical 2 Nil Nil - Mandatory laboratory
18-09-2023 3D activities and lab report
(Pods 3.3-3.5) - Attend Tutorial class and
submit tutorial questions
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Tute Set 7

Week 10 Module 3: Mechanics in 3D Moments Practical 2 Nil Nil - Mandatory laboratory

25-09-2023 3D activities and lab report
(Pods 3.6-3.8) - Attend Tutorial class and
submit tutorial questions
Tute Set 8

Week 11 Module 4: Kinetics (Pods 3D Equivalent Force Nil Nil Nil - Attend Tutorial class and
02-10-2023 4.1-4.3) Couple submit tutorial questions
Systems
3D Equilibrium
Tute Set 9

Week 12 Module 4: Kinetics (Pods Friction and F = ma Nil Nil Nil - Attend Tutorial class and
09-10-2023 4.4-4.5) submit tutorial questions
 Weeks Topic Tutorial Prac/Lab Tutorial Workshop Assessments Due
Tute Set 10

Week 13 Module 4: Kinetics (Pods Work and Power Nil MatLab Simulink tutorial Nil - Attend Tutorial class and
16-10-2023 4.6-4.7) (OPTIONAL) submit tutorial questions

Tute Set 11

Week 14 Revision of all modules Rotation Kinetics Nil Nil Nil - Attend Tutorial class and
23-10-2023 submit tutorial questions
- Class Test - 2
Tute Set 12

Week 15
30-10-2023
Week 16
06-11-2023
Week 17
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13-11-2023

The above timetable should be used as a guide only, as it is subject to change. Students will be advised of any changes as they become known on the Subject’s vUWS site.
4 Learning Resources

4.1 Recommended Readings

Prescribed Textbook

Hibbler, RC, 2017, Engineering Mechanics Statics, 14th Edition, Pearson, Hoboken

Additional Reading

Meriam, JL, Kraige, KG & Bolton, JN 2019, Engineering mechanics, Statics, 9th Australia and New Zealand edn,
vol. 1, John Wiley, Milton, Qld.

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